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Living life after 60 involves a little - or a lot - of change. It all depends on your preferences. Taking in account your interests, you can have so much fun. Enjoy this category of articles to learn about technology, hobbies, books, entertainment and more!

2 days ago

6 Habits to Cultivate and 6 to Ditch If You Want Peace and Happiness Over 60

The third act of your life isn’t about becoming someone new – it’s about becoming thoroughly and unapologetically yourself. Who do you need to impress? No one. Whose approval do you need? Nobody’s. Whose happiness is your responsibility? Yours. Just yours…

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3 days ago

I Always Wanted To… (Fill in the blank)

I have always wanted to live in another country. So, for the past two years, my husband and I, and at times our adult children, have been traveling back and forth to Panama City, Panama. During these excursions, we have found a connection to this country. From its beautiful vistas to the warmth and welcome…

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4 days ago

The Gift of the Revoked Driver’s License: Quality Time

When the family doctor rescinded my 80-year old Dad’s driver’s license, my siblings and I were relieved. It may sound cruel, but his GP did our family a great service. Dad’s growing dementia had become an issue and his eyesight was failing…

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5 days ago

Create a Mental Blueprint of Your Dream Lifestyle

When it comes to creating your dream lifestyle after 60, what’s the first thing you do? If you’re like many people from our generation, you may immediately jump into physical action. This often involves working hard, staying busy, and a lot of multitasking. From the outside, it may look like you are making progress and accomplishing a lot…

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1 week ago

Some Days All You Have to Do Is Put One Foot in Front of the Other

Whatever age you are in life, nothing is perfect. If you are 16, you may be deciding your future, taking exams, trying to fit in, building relationships, or maybe wondering how to cover up an enormous pimple. If you are in your 30s, you might be struggling to buy a home/have somewhere to live…

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2 weeks ago

Finding a Location that Makes Aging in Place Comfortable

Is it just me or does everyone who grows older alone think about the current circumstances and ask, How can I create a safe and independent lifestyle?

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2 weeks ago

Tiny House vs. Tiny Home: What’s the Difference?

If you have watched social media, YouTube or HGTV lately, you have likely seen more and more people choosing to downsize and live in a tiny home. At first, they all looked similar. Small spaces, clever designs, and a simpler way of living. Tiny Homes are even being used as a manageable way to age…

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2 weeks ago

AI After 60: 5 Ways to Teach an Old Broad New Tricks

If you had told me a year ago that I’d be “talking” to an AI chatbot about everything from writing real estate ads to translating documents, crafting sensitive emails, understanding medical terminology, or simply thinking something through, I would have laughed. I’m not technical. Not even a little. And, who talks to a machine?

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2 weeks ago

5 Steps to Be the Star of Your Own Lifestyle Story

At the heart of every fulfilling lifestyle is someone who embraces being the designer of their own destiny. But for most of us who are in our 60s and over, instead of being encouraged to be the star of our own lifestyle, we were likely shown how to be the supporting character…

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2 weeks ago

Condo vs. HOA: What Pet Owners Need to Know

If you’re moving with a dog (or two… or a cat), choosing between a condominium and an HOA community isn’t just about price or location. It can determine whether your pet is even allowed, how big they can be and how easy your daily life will be…

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